Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Cleanup of former drug waste pit near Halsteren stops
The cleanup of a chemically contaminated drug waste pit in Halsteren has ended, despite the soil not being fully remediated. Authorities expect nature to break down the remaining pollution over the co...
Israeli military orders South Lebanon residents to move north
The Israeli army has ordered residents in southern Lebanon to evacuate and move north of the Litani River for their safety. Civilians living south of the river were instructed to cross it immediately ...
Gas price drops again after days of sharp increases
Gas prices decreased on Wednesday after two days of sharp increases, as traders monitor U.S. plans to protect shipping in the Middle East. In the Netherlands, energy suppliers are adjusting contracts,...
Still undecided about your vote on March 18? Fill out the AT5 Election Compass now!
AT5 and Kieskompas have launched an online voting tool to help Amsterdam residents prepare for the municipal elections on March 18. The compass features questions on local issues like drug policy and ...
Cabinet considers sending naval ship to Mediterranean
The Dutch government is considering sending a naval ship to the Mediterranean Sea following a request from France. Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen and Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz informed...
Cabinet considers joining military mission near Iran: France requests aid, Dutch frigate en route
The Dutch government is considering joining a military defense mission near Iran, with the frigate Zr. Ms. Evertsen already en route to the eastern Mediterranean. At France's request, the ship will ac...
Cabinet prepares intervention plan for Bonaire landfill
State Secretary Eric van der Burg is preparing a plan for the Dutch cabinet to intervene at the Selibon landfill on Bonaire. This measure will allow for immediate national action once legal conditions...
Castricum sports debate: Swimming pool and sports hall construction a major topic. ‘Everyone is fed up with it’
During a sports debate in Castricum, local political parties reached a consensus on the importance of exercise while remaining divided on specific implementation details. The construction of a new swi...
Louise van Zetten (HVH) hopes to save Haarlem from becoming a nanny state: ‘I don’t want a city with lines and boulders’
Louise van Zetten, the longest-serving council member in Haarlem and leader of the HVH party, is warning against the "dulling" of the city's urban landscape. She criticizes local policies such as the ...
Neighbors Leonard, Jan, and Rob want traffic filter to stay: It was incredibly unsafe before, even on the sidewalk
Local residents Leonard, Jan, and Rob are advocating for the retention of 'De Knip' traffic barriers at the Alkmaarseweg and Rijksstraatweg intersection to maintain pedestrian safety. The long-standin...
Canadian Prime Minister: Middle East war shows failure of world order
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described the conflict in the Middle East as a failure of the international order. He made these remarks during a visit to the Lowy Institute in Sydney.
Spanish Prime Minister says no to war
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed his opposition to attacks on Iran during a televised speech, stating that Spain says no to war. He warned that such conflicts often mark the beginning o...
Did you know? 3 facts about the municipal elections in Haarlem
Haarlem residents will participate in municipal elections on March 18, 2026. The article presents three facts about the upcoming vote, including details on the number of council members and the specif...
Three-day funeral announced for Khamenei
Iranian state media has announced a three-day funeral ceremony for the deceased Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The services are scheduled to begin Wednesday evening in central Tehran at the mosque named...
Amsterdam again builds fewer homes than planned
The municipality of Amsterdam failed to meet its housing construction target last year, starting work on only 6,053 permanent and 660 temporary homes. This combined total falls short of the city's ann...
Trump threatens to halt all trade with Spain
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to halt all trade with Spain. The threat follows reports that Spain refused to allow the American military to use its bases for missions related to Iran.
'What on earth are you talking about, we are being liberated!' shouted Iranian writer Keyvan Shahbazi on Pauw & De Wit
Frank Mansro, 'neighborhood father' from De Pijp, dies at 78
Frank Mansro, the beloved owner of Café Mansro in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood, has passed away at the age of 78. Known as a 'neighborhood father' and a prominent figure in the Surinamese communi...
Human rights organization: more than a thousand civilian deaths in Iran
According to the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), 1,097 civilians, including 181 children, have been killed in Iran since the start of the conflict. The US-based organization reports these ...
Dead and wounded in Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes on two cities south of Beirut resulted in the deaths of six people on Wednesday. The casualty figures were reported by the Lebanese Ministry of Health following the attacks.
Nevin Özütok (65) reveals what led to her downfall as Beverwijk alderman: ‘Do you realize you’re overstepping your bounds?’
Nevin Özütok, a former alderman in Beverwijk, has publicly shared the events leading up to her forced resignation following allegations of transgressive behavior. Despite receiving praise for her wo...
Iranian Revolutionary Guard claims control of Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has claimed full control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime route for oil and gas transportation. The elite force warned that vessels passing through the water...
One third of municipal election candidates are women
One-third of candidates for the upcoming municipal elections are women, according to an analysis of candidate lists from all municipalities by the foundation 'Stem op een Vrouw'. This figure matches t...
North Sea Foundation: Uninsured ships a risk, but shadow fleet a greater threat
The North Sea Foundation is advocating for mandatory insurance for smaller sea vessels under 300 tons to improve maritime safety. While highlighting the risks posed by these uninsured ships, the organ...
First KLM flight with Dutch nationals departs Oman
A KLM flight carrying the first group of Dutch citizens to be repatriated has departed from Muscat, Oman. The aircraft, flight KL9896, took off from Muscat International Airport to bring the citizens ...
Cuba charges six after intercepting speedboat from US
Cuban authorities have charged six crew members of a U.S. speedboat following an interception by the coast guard last week. The vessel was stopped after a gunfight at sea, according to a statement fro...
Iranian Ayatollah Khamenei to be buried in hometown Mashhad
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad following his death in bombings carried out by Israel and the United States on Saturday. Khamenei had served as t...
Rogier Havelaar’s CDA well-received by entrepreneurs during election debate
Jetten shows his teeth during international debut: ‘Orbán will have to deal with my sexuality’
Rob Jetten made his international debut in Brussels, representing the Netherlands with a strong pro-European message. He took a firm stance on the EU budget and stated that Hungarian Prime Minister Vi...
Netherlands not on track with EU border system implementation
Minister of Asylum and Migration Bart van den Brink announced that the Netherlands is currently behind schedule in implementing a new European border control system. During a parliamentary debate, the...